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David L. Allen
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Photo of David L. Allen, LPC, NCC, Licensed Professional Counselor

David L. Allen

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
355 Rio Road West, Suite 203, Charlottesville, VA 22901
Let's Connect (434) 443-6326
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My work is focused on all types of addictive behaviors, especially the use and abuse of substances. An Addiction is simply the use of something outside of ourselves to change the way we feel inside. I help individuals cope with their Addiction and Co-Occurring Disorders by using an eclectic array of theories. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is extremely affective in treating addiction, but I use whatever techniques are required to help individuals overcome their addiction and face the underlying issues that are being medicated by their behaviors. I received a Masters in Community and Addictions Counseling from William & Mary.
I've worked as a full-time therapist at the Farley Center, working in both the Thirty-Day and Long-Term Treatment Programs, Program Manager/Director at Region Ten’s Dual Recovery Center (DRC) and Director of the Mohr Center. I am currently Clinical Supervisor at Orchard Mountain Recovery IOP where I facilitate Group Therapy and conduct Clinical Assessments.
My Private Practice is designed to help individuals who have completed Substance Use Treatment or who do not feel like they are ready to enter a treatment program. I also work with family members of addicted individuals. My specialty is Addiction with an emphasis on Relapse Prevention, Recovery Coping Skills and helping clients with Dual Diagnosis.
Call or David L. Allen now for a free 15 minute consultation - (434) 443-6326

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Better Way Counseling, LLC

355 Rio Road West

Suite 203

Charlottesville, VA 22901

(434) 443-6326
I am currently offering both in-person and virtual appointments
I specialize in Addiction, Substance Use and Dual Diagnosis 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and groups  
Let's Connect (434) 443-6326
Photo of David L. Allen, LPC, NCC, Licensed Professional Counselor

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Better Way Counseling, LLC

355 Rio Road West

Suite 203

Charlottesville, VA 22901

(434) 443-6326
I am currently offering both in-person and virtual appointments
I specialize in Addiction, Substance Use and Dual Diagnosis 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150
  • Pay by American Express, Cash, Check, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem | Elevance
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • HealthKeepers
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Optima | Sentara
  • Optum
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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Anthem, Aetna, Optima, Cigna and Optum is accepted for Individual sessions, but not for Couples, Family or Sexual Addiction work.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (434) 443-6326
Photo of David L. Allen, LPC, NCC, Licensed Professional Counselor
David L. Allen
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
"
Anthem, Aetna, Optima, Cigna and Optum is accepted for Individual sessions, but not for Couples, Family or Sexual Addiction work.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (434) 443-6326
Photo of David L. Allen, LPC, NCC, Licensed Professional Counselor
David L. Allen
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Virginia / 0701003437 David L. Allen
  • In Practice for 24 Years
  • Membership with NAADAC 188271 / 2019
  • Certificate from National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC) 65636 / 2000
  • Attended The College of William & Mary, M.Ed., Graduated 2000
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (434) 443-6326
Photo of David L. Allen, LPC, NCC, Licensed Professional Counselor
David L. Allen
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (434) 443-6326
Photo of David L. Allen, LPC, NCC, Licensed Professional Counselor
David L. Allen
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Addiction
  • Substance Use
  • Dual Diagnosis

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Bisexual
  • Chronic Relapse
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Drug Abuse
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Men's Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Personality Disorders
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Trauma-Informed Therapy
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For the Chronic Relapser, I offer a an Intensive Individual Relapse Prevention package that runs three hours per week and lasts six weeks ($2,700 - Insurance Not Accepted For This Package)
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (434) 443-6326
Photo of David L. Allen, LPC, NCC, Licensed Professional Counselor
David L. Allen
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
"
For the Chronic Relapser, I offer a an Intensive Individual Relapse Prevention package that runs three hours per week and lasts six weeks ($2,700 - Insurance Not Accepted For This Package)
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (434) 443-6326
Photo of David L. Allen, LPC, NCC, Licensed Professional Counselor
David L. Allen
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Group

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Group

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Adlerian
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Eclectic
  • EMDR
  • Existential
  • Gestalt
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Jungian
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)
  • Reality Therapy
  • Structural Family Therapy
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I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to address addiction issues, but I consider myself to have an Eclectic style and will use whatever therapy is necessary to help my clients.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (434) 443-6326
Photo of David L. Allen, LPC, NCC, Licensed Professional Counselor
David L. Allen
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
"
I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to address addiction issues, but I consider myself to have an Eclectic style and will use whatever therapy is necessary to help my clients.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (434) 443-6326
Photo of David L. Allen, LPC, NCC, Licensed Professional Counselor
David L. Allen
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC

Groups

Location

Primary Location

Better Way Counseling, LLC

355 Rio Road West

Suite 203

Charlottesville, VA 22901

(434) 443-6326

Nearby Areas

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I am currently offering both in-person and virtual appointments
Call for a free consultation now - (434) 443-6326
Photo of David L. Allen, LPC, NCC, Licensed Professional Counselor
David L. Allen
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
"
I am currently offering both in-person and virtual appointments
Call for a free consultation now - (434) 443-6326
Photo of David L. Allen, LPC, NCC, Licensed Professional Counselor
David L. Allen
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC